Event Brief
Aug 28, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET
SWAT raid uncovers alleged hidden casino in Whittier shop
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SWAT teams from Whittier and Downey, along with a Special Enforcement Team, served a narcotics- and weapons-related search warrant at a smoke shop in Whittier. Police allege they found drugs, weapons, and an illegal casino inside, leading to charges against three suspects.
WHO: Whittier and Downey police SWAT teams; Special Enforcement Team; three suspects
WHAT: Police served a narcotics- and weapons-related search warrant at a Whittier smoke shop and allege they discovered drugs, weapons, and an illegal casino; multiple charges were filed against three suspects.
WHEN: Aug 28, 2026
WHERE: Whittier, Los Angeles County, CA
WHY: No specific cause was reported beyond the event itself.
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